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Friday, 12 June 2015

The all new 2016 BMW XR: a cross between an adventure bike and a sport bike.

Here's the perfect BMW motorcycle for those who want the dynamic
performance of a sport machine, the versatility of an adventure bike and the
comfort of a touring motorcycle. The new S 1000 XR combines the very best of
these worlds to create something completely new: the first ever adventure-sport
bike made by BMW Motorrad; perfect for everyone in search of a sporty ride that
knows no bounds. It expected arrival at dealerships late spring 2015 as a 2016
model. The S 1000 XR is exceptional - and that's exactly what it looks like. As
a synthesis of sport and adventure it unites the power of the S 1000 R with the
upright seating position of the GS. No matter where you go on the XR, all eyes
will be on you.

MSRP
starting at $16,350 approximately (including ABS)

ENGINE
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As a cross between an
adventure bike and a sport bike, the S 1000 XR draws on the full range of
experience BMW Motorrad has in these categories. The sport engine of the S 1000
R with its 160 horsepower at 11,000 rpm and 83 lb-ft of torque at 9,250 rpm is
combined with the seating concept of the GS series to create a motorcycle that
is at home on every road.

ABSOLUTELY EXCLUSIVE : fittings and accessories.

As an adventure-sport
bike, the S 1000 XR is highly versatile by its very nature, and can be
perfectly adapted to the rider's individual preferences with optional extras.
The HP Shift Assistant Pro minimizes clutch use between setting off and
stopping, making every gear shift faster and easier. Electronic suspension
control via Dynamic ESA ensures optimum suspension performance. And those who
want to get the very most out of their bike will opt for the Pro riding modes -
available from BMW Motorrad for the first time - with two highly dynamic
set-ups, plus ABS Pro for maximum braking safety in the curves.

The exceptional S 1000 XR concept combines two entirely distinct types of
motorcycles for the first time. Experience it for yourself: the S 1000 XR is
looking forward to a test ride with you.

Wednesday, 10 June 2015

Porfirio Rubirosa's 500
Mondial revealed by ferrari :Maranello, 9 June – The Ferrari Classiche Department has
just completed the restoration of the 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial Spyder PF
originally owned by Dominican gentleman driver Porfirio Rubirosa. A great
ladies’ man, the latter also dallied with some of the world’s most beautiful
women, not least Marilyn Monroe, Ava Gardner, Rita Hayworth, Veronica Lake, Kim
Novak, Eva Peron and Zsa Zsa Gabor who posed with him in the car. Rubirosa
drove the car in just a single international race at Santa Barbara in September
1954. Sporting the number 235, the 500 Mondial finished eighth overall and
second in its category but, by the end of the year, had been sold to American
John Von Neumann from Hollywood. One of the car’s fans was none other than
James Dean who stopped to admire it before a race and wanted to get behind its
wheel.

Second career.After its retirement, the car became a
collector’s item and changed hands several times. Its present owner, California
Tom Peck, sent it to the Ferrari Classiche Department for a full restoration
that included the installation of a new version of its original engine to
ensure it complied with its construction specifications and could thus be
issued with a Certificate of Authenticity. His ultimate goal, however, is
ambitious: to compete in the Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach in California,
in August. That prestige event was won in 2014 by the Ferrari 375 MM Coupé once
owned by film director Roberto Rossellini.